The top stories and transfer rumours from Thursdays newspapers… DAILY MIRROR Emi Martinez claims he is happy despite missing out on a dream move to Manchester United. Manchester United flop Antony has claimed that he held talks with Bayern Munich before returning to Real Betis.
Bruno Fernandes has been branded childish by former Liverpool striker John Aldridge – who claimed he is not fit to captain Manchester United. THE TIMES West Ham have offered to meet groups of supporters who are planning to boycott two home fixtures and stage a protest outside the London Stadium before each game.
The former Fulham defender, Abdeslam Ouaddou, is in a South African hospital with serious injuries after being hit by a pick-up truck while trying to help the victims of a car accident. Transfer Centre LIVE! Deals, rumours, news on your phoneSky Sports to show 215 live Premier League games from this seasonDownload the Sky Sports app for expert analysis, best video & moreNot got Sky? Get Sky Sports or stream with no contract on NOW📺THE GUARDIAN Imane Khelif has the right to appeal against World Boxings decision barring her from events unless she undergoes genetic sex testing but the Algerian has not entered the world championships in Liverpool, the World Boxing president, Boris van der Vorst, has said.
Rory McIlroy believes Europes Ryder Cup team should follow the grand slam record title-holder Novak Djokovics example when it comes to dealing with American hostility in New York this month. The Hundred franchises are in dispute over new rules for signing players next season amid moves from some of the new investors to break up the Oval Invincibles all-conquering mens squad, who won the competition for the third successive year on Sunday.
THE SUN Luca Brecel faces possible sanction after conceding his season-opening snooker match after two completed frames and having potted just seven points. A female referee in South America had to be restrained after a player slapped her in the face.
THE TELEGRAPH An England Under-17s football match was delayed twice following reports of racist abuse aimed at the players. A fan at the US Open made the headlines for stealing a hat from a child, but one went a step further by trying to take something out of Jannik Sinners bag.
DAILY EXPRESS England footballer Morgan Gibbs-White is due to face a court hearing after allegedly failing to register an XL Bully dog in his possession before the legal deadline following their ban across the country.
SCOTTISH SUN Crocked Celtic star Tony Ralston is poised to pull out of the Scotland squad – putting starlet Colby Donovan on standby for a stunning first team chance for the Hoops. Hearts goalkeeper Craig Gordon made his comeback from a neck injury in a 3-1 closed doors win over Dunfermline for a strong Hearts side at the Oriam.
Sky Sports to show 215 live Premier League games from this season This season, Sky Sports Premier League coverage will increase from 128 matches to at least 215 games exclusively live. And 80 per cent of all televised Premier League games this season will be on Sky Sports.
